As data centers expand across Texas, Cherokee County residents discuss the impact

News Clip2:07KLTV 7·Cherokee County, TX·8/21/2026

Residents of Cherokee County, Texas, are discussing the potential impact of data center expansion in the state. Local leaders stated there are currently no proposed data center projects in Cherokee County, though projects have been suggested in neighboring cities such as Lufkin, Athens, and Tyler.

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Leaders said there've been no proposed data center projects in Cherokee County, but said projects have been proposed near Lufkin, near Athens and in Tyler. For more Local News from KLTV: https://www.kltv.com/ For more YouTube Content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp3zquwHVcDdVqeEZEm_o-A